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The Thumb

In the judgment of character by the formation of the Hand, the Thumb is of about the same importance as the nose is to the face. It must be understoo...

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The Via Lasciva

This is a strange mark which takes the form also somewhat of a semi-circle, but in this case it connects the Mount of the Moon with that of Venus, or...

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Travels Voyages And Accidents

Travels and voyages may be seen on the hand by the little lines that leave the Line of Life and bend over towards the Mount of the Moon and also by t...

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C The Mount Of Venus And Its Meaning

The portion of the palm under the base of the Thumb and inside the Line of Life is called the Mount of Venus (Plate VI., Part II.). When well-formed...

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